Liverpool vs Sefton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Liverpool

L12 · Liverpool

162

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Anti-social behaviour28
  • Criminal damage & arson17

Sefton

L29 · Sefton

37

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting11
  • Violence & sexual offences10
  • Public order6

Sefton has less crime — 37 vs 162 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Liverpool recorded substantially more crime than Sefton in April 2026 — 162 incidents compared to 37, a 4.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Liverpool sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (28) and Criminal damage & arson (17), while Sefton has more Shoplifting (11) and Public order (6). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Liverpool or Sefton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Sefton recorded fewer crimes than Liverpool — 37 vs 162 incidents. That is 77% fewer crimes. Sefton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Liverpool and Sefton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Liverpool saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Sefton had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Sefton recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 162).

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